Rapoza, Ricardo Joseph

Immersed In Antiquing World For Over 50 Years

  • Tuesday, March 7, 2023
Ricardo Joseph Rapoza
Ricardo Joseph Rapoza

Ricardo Joseph Rapoza, 86, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, March 6, 2023.

Ricardo was born on October 12, 1936, to the late Joseph and Leontina Cuña Rapoza. He was a resident of Naples, Fl. and Port Smith, RI for many years before moving to the North Georgia/ Chattanooga area. He attended Our Lady of Perpetual Help over 15 years. Ricardo was immersed in the antiquing world for over 50 years and was self-employed for most of them.

Ricardo is survived by his loving spouse of 51 years, Yves Rochon; beloved friend of 53 years, Cindy McDonald and her beautiful daughter Amy Hampton; friend, Thom Demas; acquaintances, Sean Hill, Mike Waldo, Grace Worley, Sam Brinkley and Donna Bugg; sister, Theresa; nephew, Joey Rapoza.

A prayer service will be held at 6 p.m. on Thursday, March 9, at Heritage Funeral Home & Crematory.

View www.heritagebattlefield.com to share condolences with the family.

Funeral mass will be held 1 p.m. on Friday at OLPH in Chattanooga, Tn. with Father Arthur officiating.

Arrangements are by Heritage Funeral Home & Crematory, Battlefield Parkway.

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